Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 5 years old. At first, he felt pain in his throat even when drinking water, and he also had mild coughing. Additionally, it seems like he has had a low-grade fever that hasn't gone away. Please ask: How should tonsillitis in young children be diagnosed and treated when they feel uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for the treatment of tonsillitis and can be selected as appropriate. Additionally, topical medication sprays or laser therapy can also be administered. If the child's main symptom is sore throat, it is recommended that parents consider giving pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. If the child has persistent fever that does not subside, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. In cases where inflammation recurs frequently, surgical treatment may be considered. While undergoing treatment, it is also important to arrange a light diet for the child, enhance nutritional supplementation, and help facilitate early recovery.